Power Output Capacity | Remote areas/off-grid communities | - Industry: 15–25 kW (IEC 61400-2) - Base: 20 kW (▲) (IEC 61400-2 compliant) - Advanced: 50 kW (▲▲▲) (IEC 61400-2 certified) | Base: Cost-effective for small-scale needs; Advanced: Powers larger installations | Advanced requires more space and higher upfront costs |
Rated Wind Speed | Moderate-to-strong wind regions | - Industry: 12–15 m/s (IEC 61400-12-1) - Base: 10 m/s (▲) (optimized for low wind) - Advanced: 12 m/s (▲▲) (handles stronger winds) | Base operates in lighter winds; Advanced suits windy areas | Base underperforms in high-wind zones; Advanced needs robust foundations |
Material Durability | Harsh environments (coastal/corrosive) | - Industry: Corrosion-resistant coatings (ISO 12944) - Base: 304 stainless steel (ASTM A240) + galvanized finish - Advanced: 316 stainless steel (ASTM A240) + epoxy coating (▲) | Advanced resists saltwater corrosion; Base balances cost and durability | Advanced adds weight and cost |
Noise Level | Residential/near communities | - Industry: 45–50 dBA (IEC 61400-11) - Base: 40 dBA (▲) (IEC 61400-11 compliant) - Advanced: 38 dBA (▲▲) (quieter than a fridge) | Reduced noise pollution; Advanced ideal for populated areas | Advanced may have minor efficiency trade-offs |
Certifications | EU exports/regulatory compliance | - Industry: CE + IEC 61400 series - Base: CE + EPR France/Packing (▲) - Advanced: CE + EPR Germany/Packing + ISO 9001 (▲▲) | Base meets EU requirements; Advanced offers broader compliance | Advanced requires additional testing costs |
Warranty Period | Long-term investment projects | - Industry: 2–3 years - Base: 5 years (▲▲) (standard warranty) - Advanced: 5 years + 10-year extension option (▲▲▲) | Extended warranties reduce risk for investors; Advanced offers flexibility | Extended warranties may increase upfront costs |